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The 5 best gym machines
Using the equipment available at the gym is a great way to make our workouts more efficient. And there’s plenty to choose from. Whatever our goal or preference, the gym is full of equipment designed to help us develop our fitness in all the right...
Is muscle heavier than fat?
Tracking fitness progress can be tricky. There are lots of different goals to focus on. Big end results you want to achieve, made up from small markers of progress along the way. Some are determined to increase strength. Improve stamina. Develop...
Should you lift heavy or light weights?
There are so many different exercise routines, workout approaches, and fitness styles out there. It’s tough to keep up. And with this number continuing to grow, it’s not going to get any easier. Some people swear by Crossfit. Others only do HIIT....
Desk stretches we should all be doing
For many, most days spent behind a desk. We’re bound by the computer during the day, which means being sat in front of it for hours on end. Sitting for so long can take its toll on us. Stiff and sore backs, bad posture, dead legs, and feeling...
Should you go to the gym on an empty stomach?
We're all looking to maximise our efforts in the gym. If we're going to put the time in and do the work, we want it to go as far as it can. If weight loss is the goal, this becomes even more true. It's a long journey, and we want to make sure that...
The value of a multi gym membership
Having a gym membership is nothing new. The rise of people getting involved with health and fitness by committing to a contract with a gym has been increasing steadily year on year. In 2019, it was reported that in the UK, 1 in 7 people were a...
Get motivated with the 40 day challenge
Setting fitness goals is a powerful way to get motivated. With your sights set on something, you're more likely to put the effort in. Challenges are a great way to do that. Fitness challenges can be just the drive you need to kick start or...
What happens after 2 weeks no alcohol?
Ok. So, we eat salads. We pack in the protein. We drink plenty of water. We workout. We cut down on processed foods and rarely ever have takeaways. It’s all going well. Monday to Thursday, it feels pretty easy to do all the things we think are...
How to use a cross trainer
We're going to put it out there. The cross trainer is probably one of the most underrated pieces of equipment in the gym. Also called the elliptical machine, a cross trainer is a cardio machine that can help you develop your aerobic fitness. You...
